What is it?: A salamander is a small lizard with stars or spots on its back. It lives in water or on land, and if they get too dry on land they secrete liquid to keep them wet.
Description: They are cold blooded and impervious to fire, and if they are placed in fire they will put it out. They are very poisonous- if it wraps itself around a tree all the fruit on the tree will be poisoned. (Mythology)
Symbolism: A salamander symbolizes an enduring faith that cannot be destroyed.
The Salamander
What is it?: A salamander is a small lizard with stars or spots on its back. It lives in water or on land, and if they get too dry on land they secrete liquid to keep them wet.
Description: They are cold blooded and impervious to fire, and if they are placed in fire they will put it out. They are very poisonous- if it wraps itself around a tree all the fruit on the tree will be poisoned. (Mythology)
Symbolism: A salamander symbolizes an enduring faith that cannot be destroyed.
Also symbolizes enduring courage.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salamander_%28legendary_creature%29
http://www.eaudrey.com/myth/salamander.htm
http://www.experiencefestival.com/salamander_-_mythology